Tips and skincare secrets with Alice Wang

Alice Wang, 26 years old, creative director and stylist – Oslo, Norway. @itsalicewang

What is your favorite product and why would you recommand it?
It’s the Ultra Facial night mask from Kiehl’s. I have a very dry skin, in the morning I use two different moisturizer to really feel that my skin is doing okay. It has been quite hard to find a night cream that was enough for my skin. The night mask from Kiehl’s is kind of a gel that you can use also has a night cream or as mask with a bigger amount and letting in on your face all night long. My skin is deeply moisturized and soothe. It really is the best cream have never used.

How do you choose the products lucky enough to join your topshelf ?
I have my favorites brands that answer the needs of my dry skin. During the past few years I’ve tried different brands and products, and here are those I liked the most: Ole Henriksen, Kiehl’s, Origins, Mario Badescu, Clarins, Laneige, Biotherm and Avène. I’m not adventurous when it comes to skincare so as soon as a product work I never let go.

What would be your advice for a perfect skin texture and a glow effect?
A strict skincare routine morning and night. For 15 years I do a five step routine: cleansing, toner, serum, two step moisturizer et to finish sunscreen.

If you had an advice to share with us, which one would it be?
“Less is more”. I know it can sound cliché but according to me, make-up destroys your skin. And I really noticed a change from the moment I stop daily make up. It a vicious circle because a lot of people use make-up to hide skin imperfections but some of these imperfections wouldn’t even be there if attention on skincare was more important. Try for a month to get rid of foundation or other make-up product used for contouring. Add a nice skincare and you’ll see how much your skin will improve. On top of that you’ll get used to your natural skin tint and you’ll feel better!

Is there a beauty product you take everywhere with you?
A mist! Especially in summer. I love the aloe vera mist from Mario Badescu and Avène thermal water. I used between 8 and 10 bottles this summer.